Georgia Gwinnett College 79 - Alabama State 77 (11/9/2026): Grizzlies Edge Hornets in Tight Finish

The Georgia Gwinnett College Grizzlies secured a close win against the Alabama State Hornets with a final score of 79-77. The game was tight, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the end. This victory marks the Grizzlies' first win of the season, while the Hornets continue to search for their first win.

Grizzlies' Narrow Escape

The Grizzlies, playing as an independent team, showed their skills on the road. This win gives them a 1-0 start in their away record for the 2027 season. The game was their first outing of the season, adding an early win to their record.

Alabama State Hornets put up a strong fight but fell short in the end. Their record now stands at 0-2, as they seek their first win. Despite the loss, they put up an impressive battle.

The Hornets had their home fans cheering them on, but it wasn't enough to pull through. The Hornets' record at home is now 0-1. They also faced a loss in their first away game of the season.

Alabama's Offensive Struggles

The Hornets have been struggling offensively this season. They are averaging 66.0 points per game, which ranks them 326th. Their field goal percentage is at 32.8, ranking them 419th.

Despite taking many shots, their effective field goal percentage stands at 38.8, ranking low at 408th. They attempted 67.0 field goals per game, which ranks them 81st in attempts. They will need to improve their shooting accuracy to win future games.

From beyond the arc, the Hornets made 8.0 three-pointers per game. Their 3-point percentage is 33.3, ranking them 193rd. Their free throw shooting is more promising, with a percentage of 73.7.

Defensive Stats Not Enough

On defense, the Hornets struggled with turnovers and fouls. They averaged 25.0 turnovers per game, which is the 477th rank. Fouls also plagued the team, with an average of 32.0 per game.

While they managed to average 5.0 steals per game, ranking them 83rd, it wasn't enough to tip the scales. Their blocks per game were at 1.0, ranking 18th, showing some strengths in defense. Yet, these were not enough to secure the win against the Grizzlies.

The Hornets did show strength in rebounding, with 44.0 rebounds per game, ranking them 66th. Despite the loss, there are areas they can build upon. The Hornets will look to improve as they move forward in the season.

The Grizzlies' victory gives them momentum early in the season. Their away game success shows promise for future games. Meanwhile, the Hornets will return to practice, focusing on areas needing improvement.